Burger King
Neighborhood: University of Texas

2700 Guadalupe St
Austin, TX 78705

Austin M. writes: Well, it is better than McDonalds. And their fries are better than Jack In The Box. But it is Burger King...

University of Texas
Neighborhood: University of Texas

727 E Dean Keeton St
Austin, TX 78705

Christine A. writes: Dear Deloss Dodds, UT Athletic Director:

Just a few questions and suggestions about Longhorn football:

1. What one-eyed half-brained idiot planned the new scoreboards to go directly BEHIND the cheerleaders?  Please re-think, re-do or re-move them and…

St Austin Catholic Church
Neighborhood: University of Texas

2010 Guadalupe Street
Austin, TX 78705

A G. writes: We were stopping traffic (literally) on Sunday!

It was Palm Sunday and we were in procession from UT campus to the church waving our palms with freak flags flying and all its glory!

Seriously, this is a pretty cool place.  
Most of the masses we attend…

University Baptist Church
Neighborhood: University of Texas

2130 San Antonio St
Austin, TX 78705

Sarah M. writes: My relationship to UBC is purely peripheral. I attended services and a conference for a research project. Here are the things I DO know:

(1) They are an all-inclusive church. They welcome a variety of faiths, and are what they call a "welcoming" and…

Diesel
Neighborhood: University of Texas

2120 Guadalupe St
Austin, TX 78705

Dennise d. writes: Let's be honest about designer clothes and jeans, they are only about one great combination, style and money (if we are talking about dressing head to toe only with designers stuffs). Personally I think it's quite silly being a designer-branding doll…

St David's Pavilion
Neighborhood: University of Texas

1025 E 32nd St
Austin, TX 78705

Allison P. writes: So, having surgery is no fun at all. Luckily, I have a great doctor and he thought having my outpatient surgery would be best at St. David's. I haven't had any surgical experiences at other hospitals, so I don't have a lot to compare this to, but…

Nomadic Notions
Neighborhood: University of Texas

2426 Guadalupe St
Austin, TX 78705

Tabitha R. writes: How could I not love Nomadic Notions? They got me hooked ... they have great classes and a wonderful selection of just what you need ... and what you don't.

The staff is very knowledgeable and helpful ... and their instructors know their stuff.

It's…

Roly Poly Sandwiches
Neighborhood: University of Texas

2421 San Antonio St
Austin, TX 78705

Sarah M. writes: I dig this place. Healthy wraps with plenty of fresh veggies and lunchmeats. Nice.

They're a bit off the beaten path and somewhat hidden behind the main Guadalupe drag, but still very close to UT campus. Walk past Guadalupe until you hit San Antonio.…

The Castilian
Neighborhood: University of Texas

2323 San Antonio Street
Austin, TX 78705

henry w. writes: Honestly this place based on the building alone should garner a 2 star rating.. but the people living there make up for it totally. I'll start off with the problems with this place:

1) Deathtrap Elevators - They have a mind of their own and sometimes…

Gyro King
Neighborhood: University of Texas

2025 Guadalupe St Ste 224
Austin, TX 78705

Tyler L. writes: I absolutely adore this place. Their gyros are just so-so, I actually think she cuts the meat a bit too thin, but the lady is very sweet and polite. They also have great platters that comes with gyro, chicken, pita, veggies, and sauce. She also has…

Pipes Plus
Neighborhood: University of Texas

2418 Guadalupe St
Austin, TX 78705

Kent W. writes: Of course I'm going to say it rocks; I own it.... I just wanted to get the store on Google Earth.....lol

King Liquor

4601 Southwest Pkwy
Austin, TX 78735

Rachel F. writes: With it right down the road, I always can stop by on my way home from work if I'm feeling like I need a bottle of wine.  It's located in a small strip mall off of Southwest Parkway, which makes it easy to get in, get out.  

The other cool thing about…

Vineyard Hills Luxury Apartments

7631 U.S. Hwy 290 W
Austin, TX 78736

Tara H. writes: I spent two and half years living at this address and I can honestly say they were happy years.

The apartment manager and leasing staff were friendly, patient and accomodating. The people leasing apartments around me were so quiet, it was like living…

Cyr Maintenance

7103 South Brook Drive
Austin, TX 78736

Alexandra L. writes: Ray Cyr, I think, breathes electricity - when he comes into your house, you just know that's his life, and I can hardly imagine him without that little spelunking lamp strapped to his forehead.  He did the electrical work in our bathroom when we…

Diamond Lazy S

13030 W Hwy 290
Austin, TX 78737

Stephanie S. writes: I work right next to this place and can't help myself from browsing the cool horse stuff.  I just love the smell of a feed and tack store.  They have lots of horse-themed books and toys, too and boots and britches.  They also have a board outside…

Nutty Brown Cafe

12225 W Highway 290
Austin, TX 78737

Kevin N. writes: First of all, I have to honestly admit that the perpetual adolescent in me gets a slight giggle out of any place that is most comfortable going by it's nickname, 'The Nut'...but that said, over the few times I've been, I've regularly found this place…

McDonnell Mark DPM

7900 Fm 1826 Ste 120
Austin, TX 78737

Erin R. writes: I had foot surgery performed by Dr. McDonnell a couple of years ago and he is great!  Besides having a great personality, he took care of my foot problems and has been a pleasure to be a patient of his.

Sometimes the front office can be a little iffy…

Chapel Dulcinea

16221 Crystal Hills Dr
Austin, TX 78737

Sonya H. writes: We absolutely love Chapel Dulcinea. We have photographed many, many weddings there. The staff is extremely helpful and friendly. The place is absolutely beautiful for photos. Spectacular views....

We have great photography specials for Chapel…

H-E-B Grocery Store

12400 W Highway 71
Austin, TX 78738

John B. writes: Big box H.E.B.  Super-sized.  Big store, big selection.  Not as up on the organic selection as other newer stores.  Big wine section.

Jim Bob's Barbeque Inc

12701 W Highway 71
Austin, TX 78738

Pat L. writes: The made to order breakfast tacos are great. They come out of the kitchen very hot. I get egg sausage and grilled onions. The Verde sauce is very spicy and the pickled red onions are tasty.

My wife likes the "purple pig", a BBQ pork taco with red…

Buster's BBQ

3927 RR 620 S
Austin, TX 78738

p d. writes: I love good barbeque.  What I love more is affordable, accessible, no frills, fill-your-belly-with-dead -animals bbq with fast & super friendly mom & pop type service.

The best way to visit Buster's?  Make a trip out to Hamilton Pool, hike out to the…

Rosie's Tamale House

13303 W Highway 71
Austin, TX 78738

Manny A. writes: Rosie's Started in an old converted gas station when lakeway was a way outside of Austin getaway. A bunch of us used to stop in late, chow down on enchilda dinner, and tell war stories. Everybody from out by the lake seemed to stop in at one time or…

Crossing Place Apartments
Neighborhood: Oltorf/East Riverside

1301 Crossing Pl
Austin, TX 78741

Artis T. writes: I lived at Crossing Place for a year and it was so great.  The apartments are kind of party apartments, but they also offer quite a lot of luxury.  every room has its own bathroom.  This was great for me, because I like my bathroom very clean.  It…

Java Gardens Restaurant
Neighborhood: Oltorf/East Riverside

1717 Pleasant Valley
Ste 280
Austin, TX 78741

matt S. writes: We went for the Indonesian buffet and we were very pleased..  We have been to Indonesia traveling and it was great to eat Indonesian food again. The chicken (can't remember the name of the dish) was fantastic when you add spicy sauce on it. The Satay…

Boulevard Condominiums

1201 Grove Blvd
Austin, TX 78741

Larry M. writes: 5 minutes east of I-35 on Riverside, Grove Boulevard is an oasis of green is a must-consider for affordable housing so close to downtown.

With units ranging from $98,900 -$165,000 it's still a great deal in a picturesque space.

Built by innovative, big…

Pho Thaison
Neighborhood: Oltorf/East Riverside

2121 E Oltorf St Ste 12B
Austin, TX 78741

andrew t. writes: I went here frequently since 1997, This restaurant used to be Pho Cong Ly, they just change the name. Food still has the same taste since 1997, For some reason, this is the only place vietnamese restaurant that I regularly go. I think one of the…

Oxygen Fitness Center
Neighborhood: Oltorf/East Riverside

2410 E Riverside Dr
Ste D4
Austin, TX 78741

EJ L. writes: I've been going to this gym for over two years, and still think its a great place. It's definitely not fancy, and if you like all things yuppie, not for you.

If, however, you want a gym where people focus on lifting, that's affordable ($20 a month),…

Asia Chinese Restaurant
Neighborhood: Southeast Austin

1931 E Ben White Blvd
Ste 300
Austin, TX 78741

Manny A. writes: So what's a Yelper to do? It's a Saturday nice day and you're in fabulous Austin Texas. Well great so far, but you're in Austin to satisfy the the demands of the world of academic folly, not enjoy the sights sounds and pleasures of the city.
TaDa it's…

India Kitchen
Neighborhood: Oltorf/East Riverside

2410 E Riverside Dr
Ste D4
Austin, TX 78741

Meredith D. writes: GO HERE. GIVE THIS PLACE YOUR MONEY.

Why? Because I need it. India Kitchen is not allowed to go out of business because it is the only good Indian food near my apartment. As Brian S. said, there is a serious lack of Indian food in this area.

The food…

Mr Gatti's Pizza
Neighborhood: 78704 (South Austin), Oltorf/East Riverside

1800 E Oltorf St
Austin, TX 78741

Kerry G. writes: No, I'm not an idiot.  Of course I don't think Gatti's is the best pizza in town.  But they ARE they best delivery in town.
My job requires that I feed large groups of greedy, gluttonious people every few days.  The ordering process is fast and…

Fast Freddy's Hair Salon
Neighborhood: Oltorf/East Riverside

2100 E Riverside Drive
Austin, TX 78741

Jeff C. writes: This Fast Freddy's, the Fast Freddy's on S. Congress, and the one that used to be on S. 1st are the only places I've ever gotten a haircut in Austin.  I've been to this location the most though.  Super cheap.  There are a lot of people working here,…

Hai Ky
Neighborhood: Oltorf/East Riverside

1931 E Oltorf St
Ste B
Austin, TX 78741

Foolio I. writes: Ahhh... the little Vietnamese oasis in southeast Austin.  Unlike traditional pho joints, Hai Ky does not display water buffalo photos and rice fields or pictures of their own food on the wall.  They do not pump cheesy Vietnamese muzak over the PA…

Austin Public Library - Ruiz Branch
Neighborhood: Oltorf/East Riverside

1600 Grove Blvd
Austin, TX 78741

Jaime M. writes: Friendly staff, decent selection for a branch library. I joined the library system, finally, after a few months of living in the neighborhood, and I'm happy to have done so.
I interviewed the teen and children's librarians for an article, and if I had…

Four Hands Home

2090 Woodward St
Austin, TX 78744

Tara H. writes: Four stars for the Four Hands Warehouse Sale, which has, singlehandedly furnished my pimp pad. Can you say zebra rug, bust of Zeus, red leather couch and giant glittery skull on the wall?

Yeah, I know you want to make out with me right now. I kinda…

Hawthorn Suites
Neighborhood: Southeast Austin

7800 E Riverside Dr
Austin, TX 78744

Jennifer H. writes: I stayed here just long enough to sleep and then get back on the road to Granger TX.  I missed all the other things that Waynele took part in.  I will say that the room was huge, and could sleep a ton of people if you consider the two couches in the…

Jimmy Clay Golf Course
Neighborhood: Southeast Austin

5400 Jimmy Clay Dr
Austin, TX 78744

John D. writes: This is a great golf course, all things considered.  It's a public muni, so you can get on for a fair price.  It's $17.50 on the weekdays and a mere 20 bucks on the weekends.  (cart is extra).

The course is relatively flat and can be considered…

Independence Brewing Co.
Neighborhood: Southeast Austin

3913 Todd Ln
Ste 607
Austin, TX 78744

Tara H. writes: Tim O. introduced me to Independence Brewing Co. almost a year ago. Yay for the Tim O!

They have these open house events where you can visit the brewery and they typically have some food vendors and live music and picnic benches set up. It's one of…

Belladonna Italian Subs
Neighborhood: Southeast Austin

4612 Burleson Road
Austin, TX 78744

James T. writes: A large selection of subs, wraps, and burgers. The food is good, a great alternative to the corporate lunch fare. A bit pricey for meal with a drink, cookie, and chips, but the fairly small portion of the sandwiches makes the purchase necessary. I…